Fresh face brings passion and energy

THE STRENGTH of the Ballina Chamber of Commerce rests on the shoulders of recently-returned resident Nadia Eliott-Burgess.

Aged only 26, the newly appointed Business and Promotion Manager is charged with the task of recruiting new businesses and being a conduit between the chamber and its membership.

It's a job vital to the future of Ballina's business community, Ballina Chamber of Commerce chairman Don Conson said.

By recruiting new businesses, Ms EliottBurgess would boost the influence of the chamber. By liaising between members and the executive she would ensure the body accurately represented the wishes of local businesses.